Easy, No Sew Recycled Homemade Bunk Bed Play Fort

I am always impressed by the creativity of others. My Bubblews friend wrote about an adorable pair of PJ pants she whipped up from a common household object. That prompted me to share a quickie thing I made. I can sew, but use no-sew workarounds if possible. This homemade bed play fort, made in under a minute, costs only a few bucks. You know, like those fabric play forts that come on bunk beds and cost a fortune?   One Minute Recycled Homemade Bunk Bed Play Fort 

Cheap Homemade Holiday Crafts, Home Decor on a Shoestring

I'm the original frugalista. In home decor, I'm all about recycled, cheap and (my favorite) free. At Christmas, I save big with homemade, re-purposed decorations. Here's my guide to decorating for the holidays on a shoestring. I use minimalist techniques combined with natural elements and recycled, homemade crafts.  Read more

How to Make Holiday Centerpieces Like Crate & Barrel and Pottery Barn

I shopped recently at Crate and Barrel and the Pottery Barn. Lovely stores--very expensive. Both stores had beautiful holiday decor and centerpieces displayed. I made mental notes on how to create these holiday crafts cheaply from natural, recycled sources. Read on

Green Spring Cleaning and Decor Tips

Green Spring Cleaning and Decor Tips: Recycle Maps, Book Jackets, Magazine Covers for Wall Covering Spring cleaning is a great time to redecorate or remodel. While you're moving furniture and cleaning, make your work multitask. Refresh your decor with green, recycled options for wall coverings: maps, book jackets and magazine covers.
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Spring Cleaning and Redecorating Tips: Frame Childrens Artwork

Spring Cleaning and Redecorating Tips: Easy, Green, Inexpensive Decor
Does your home decor need freshening up? Redecorating is expensive. Here's an idea. Is your fridge door plastered with kids' art projects? Don't toss your child's art; she labored loving to produce it. Recycle her art and decorate on a shoestring.
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DIY Wallpaper Repair with Border Adhesive

Easy cheap DIY Wallpaper Hanging and Repair Tips It's happened. The unthinkable. You found the perfect wallpaper,bought the tools, followed the precautions and hung your wallpaper. Just as you sit back to admire it, you discovered a rip. Don't panic, here's a wallpaper first aid kit. Read More

How to Make a Play Fort for Kids Bunk bed or Loft Bed Under $15

How to Make a Play Fort from a Loft or Bunk Bed You can easily create a super cool No Sew play fort /bedroom canopy for your kids' bunk or loft bed. Make a no-sew cheap, cute play fort or canopy on your kids' bunk or loft bed with four inexpensive supplies: Read More

Decorating Real vs. Artificial Trees: Green, Health, Safety

Real Christmas Trees vs. Artificial Holiday Decorations: Green, Safe, Inexpensive When my husband and I first married, we were die-hard DIYers and traditionalists. We vowed always to have a real Christmas tree each holiday. We would trudge through snowy fields and cut our own. But reality hit me in the head last year. Read More

Easy Autumn Craft Decorations

Thanksgiving and Autumn Decor: Easy Fall Crafts for Your Home Thanksgiving is a delight to the senses. I want to sop up the sounds and taste of fall. I want to gather autumn color and smell in my arms. Here's a guide to work fall and Thanksgiving into your home decor with 12 easy crafts. View more »

Cheap Homemade Window Treatments

Cheap Homemade Decor: Avant-Garde Window Treatments I enjoy reading decor magazines and then trying ideas in my own home. The difference being that I try to create the $500 look for $20. Today's home decor tip: creative, inexpensive, recycled window treatments. Read on

No-Sew Recycled Curtains

Homemade No Sew Swag Drapes and Curtains with Recycled Bed Sheets
Frugal is my middle name. DIY are my initials and resourceful is my main character trait. I'm always looking for ways to create expensive decor with recycled materials. Today's tip: reuse top sheets for no-sew swag curtains. Read on...

Easy Kids Knitting Projects

Easy Knitting Projects for Kids When children begin knitting, they aren't quite ready for a big project; they prefer to make smaller projects. Here is a list of simple knitting projects using basic square or rectangle knitted pieces. Click here

Budget Baroque Decor Design Elements

Budget Rococo Decor: Lavish Design and Decor Style for the Courtesan in Us All Green, DIY budget decor guide for baroque/rococo design elements. Wall coverings, floor coverings, art, plants, fabric, furniture, window treatments, accessories and more! Read on...

Free Printable Doll House Miniatures

Free Printable Doll House Miniatures Collecting miniatures and doll house design is a passion shared by men and women, young and old alike. If you enjoy this hobby, here are links for free printable miniatures, doll house furnishings and accessories. Read on

DIY Romantic New Year's Eve Dinner Date

Best Spot for a Romantic Dinner A recipe for romance that you can use wherever you are and regardless of your budget! A do-it-yourself romantic dinner with tips to make it your most memorable date, holiday or intimate occasion ever! Read more

Repurposed Furniture Makeover Crafts

Fabulous Furniture Improvs DIY guide to revamp and reuse furniture for new uses! Ultimate recycling home decor crafts! Need a dresser or place to store your clothes? Here are a few with a little twist! And no stuck or squeaky drawers!
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Easy, Cheap Handmade Cat Bed

Easy, Cheap Homemade Cat Bed Craft 'how to' to create an cheap comfy bed for your cat. Kitty will love it! View more »

Reuse Holiday Lights for Cool Decor Styles

Holiday Lights: Green, Creative Ways to Use and Reuse Don't you love the simple beauty of holiday lights? Strings of soft, delicate colors add a lovely ambiance. Use low wattage holiday lights year-round for decorating and design. Here's a list of green ways to use holiday lighting. View more »

Green Recycle Bin Picture Frame Craft

Math Skills Practice with a Mother's Day Craft Haul out that recycle bin and get your craft scissors ready! Here's a green craft that's user-friendly and easy. Makes a great gift for any holiday or birthday! Picture frame and math lesson rolled into one! View more »

Art Deco, Mosaic, Tiffany or Stained Glass

How to Create Art Deco Tiffany Glass Designs on Glass Tabletops and Lamps We DIYers can find ways to duplicate these lovely works of art in our own homes. Granted our DIY stained glass will probably not be displayed in a museum. But we can create our own pieces. View more »